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Spring Branch ISD discusses possible closure of Northbrook Middle School amid declining enrollment
Summary
Trustees discussed a proposal to close Northbrook Middle School for the 2026–27 year and related boundary adjustments; the item drew a lengthy public comment roster and no final Board decision was recorded.
The Spring Branch Independent School District Board of Trustees met April 27, 2026, and discussed a proposal to close Northbrook Middle School and redraw attendance boundaries for the 2026–27 school year. Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Blaine introduced the item, noting declining enrollment and the district’s interest in operating “in the best interest of the district.” The discussion followed a public-comment period in which more than two dozen people signed up to address the Board on the matter.
Presenters said the proposal stems from enrollment trends that have left Northbrook underutilized and could require boundary adjustments if the school were closed. Dr. Blaine was joined in the presentation by Dr. Bryan Williams, Associate Superintendent for Administration and Talent, and Kayla Vaughn, Director for Administration and Talent. The minutes record that numerous community members — including Ashley Luna, Kelly Mills, Diana Alexander and others — addressed the Board regarding Item 9B; the minutes list names but do not include verbatim remarks.
The minutes do not show any formal vote on closure or binding direction to staff. The Board heard the district presentation and public comment and reserved formal action for a later meeting, according to the record. The transcript does not identify a timetable or next procedural steps beyond continued discussion and staff follow-up.
